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What to do in Philadelphia
Popular places to visit
University of Pennsylvania
Walk around the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top college in Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Citizens Bank Park
Citizens Bank Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is just one of the places to see in Philadelphia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Pennsylvania Convention Center, a top convention center in Philadelphia. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Wells Fargo Center
Wells Fargo Center is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
This sweeping museum is home to over 227,000 objects and hosts around 25 special exhibitions per year.
King of Prussia Mall
During your trip to King of Prussia, you can search for that perfect souvenir at King of Prussia Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Liberty Bell Center
Displayed right in the heart of the city, this bell is one of Philadelphia’s most prized possessions.
Reading Terminal Market
When peckish in Philadelphia, this is the definitive place to stop by. Gorge on local produce like Philly cheese-steaks, Amish-style doughnuts and shoofly pie.
Areas of Philadelphia
Center City
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Center City. Check out top attractions like Reading Terminal Market and Walnut Street Theatre, and jump on the metro at 11th St Station or 8th St Station to see more of the city.
University City
Spend some time visiting places like Penn Museum while getting to know University City, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Penn Medicine Station or 33rd St Station to see more of the area.
South Philadelphia
Travelers choose South Philadelphia for its live music. Hop aboard the metro at Snyder Station or Tasker Morris Station and check out top sights like Citizens Bank Park.
West Philadelphia
Noted for its art galleries and museums, there's plenty to explore in West Philadelphia. Top attractions like Mann Center for the Performing Arts and Please Touch Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lancaster Ave & 49th St Tram Stop or 49th & Girard Ave Stop to see more of the city.
North Philadelphia
North Philadelphia is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at North Philadelphia BSL Station or Allegheny Station to explore sights like The Liacouras Center.
Rittenhouse Square
While you're in Rittenhouse Square, take in top sights like Walnut Street or Rittenhouse Row, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 15th-16th & Locust Station or 19th St Station.
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